Alexander Sorloth may not have scored in the Premier League for Crystal Palace since his arrival in January, but his compatriot Brede Hangeland reckons he can become an important player for the Eagles.

The 22-year-old Norwegian striker was a deadline day signing in January for the Eagles, and played four times for Palace last season, without finding the net.

He has scored twice for Palace in pre-season, and was named on the bench for the game against Fulham on Saturday.